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Crop conditions continue to improve in Iowa

Crop conditions continue to improve in Iowa. USDA’s latest weekly crop progress report says 87 percent of corn and 82 percent of soybeans statewide are in good to excellent condition. Iowa State University Extension agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz tells Brownfield crops are benefiting from ample ...
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Strong cattle prices continue to benefit producers

A farmer from west-central Iowa says strong cattle prices have been rewarding for producers. “It is a little scary if you’re buying cattle,” said Justin Robbins of Scranton. “But man if you are like myself as a cow-calf guy, it’s pretty rewarding right now.” ...
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Iowa cattle producer discusses herd management during heatwave

A west-central Iowa livestock producer says monitoring cattle has been critical during the current heatwave. Justin Robbins with Robbins Land and Cattle says heat index values soared above 100 degrees Fahrenheit over the weekend. “I like to watch the activity and what’s going on,” ...
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“Fantastic” pasture conditions in eastern Iowa, farmer says

An eastern Iowa cattle farmer says pasture conditions have been a pleasant surprise. Lisa Kubik tells Brownfield, “Pastures look fantastic. The last three to four years we’ve definitely been lacking more and more each year as we get less and less rainfall.” She says ...
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The fungicide dilemma

The decision to apply fungicide is complicated for many growers because of tight margins. Iowa State University Extension agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz suggests a wait and see approach. “I would guess based on crop prices alone, a lot of people seem like they’re holding off ...
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Corn conditions favorable in eastern Iowa

An eastern Iowa farmer says corn conditions have been favorable despite some warmer temperatures during pollination. Lisa Kubik of Traer tells Brownfield, “We’re just able to get out there and start see those kernels and if they pollinated well. Time will tell on that.” ...
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Iowa farmer prioritizes soil health, regenerative ag practices

A south-central Iowa corn and soybean farmer says regenerative ag practices have helped him keep his soil on his farm. Steve Kuiper of Knoxville says reducing soil erosion is one of his biggest priorities. “We finished a couple projects this spring creating some dry ...
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Cattle business very strong, Iowa farmer says

An eastern Iowa livestock producer says it’s a great time to be in the cattle business. Lisa Kubik of Traer says the cattle markets have been very strong in 2025. “They are pretty well off the charts right now and have been for a ...
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Ag economist: wait and see grain marketing approach can work

An extension ag economist says a wait-and-see approach to grain marketing isn’t always a bad thing. “It really depends on the structure of the farm and the farmer.” Chad Hart with Iowa State University says the strategy can work if farmers can store the ...
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Qore opens $300M bio-based solutions plant in Iowa

The CEO of Qore says their new $300 million bio-industrial facility in Eddyville, Iowa will produce a revolutionary plant-based chemical that will be used to manufacture consumer goods. Jon Veldhouse tells Brownfield that QIRA is an alternative to fossil-derived sources. “QIRA is a building ...
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Grassley says USDA nominees should get confirmed, eventually

A member of the Senate Ag Committee says appointments of key USDA officials are being impacted by ongoing confirmation delays.   Republican Chuck Grassley of Iowa says five nominees advanced out of committee on Monday with a wide margin of support. “They’ll get through the ...
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Corn development varies across northern Iowa

Crop development varies across northern Iowa. Iowa State University Extension field agronomist Angie Rieck-Hinz says corn is in a lot of different stages. “We still have some really late vegetative stage corn, we have VT corn, we have R1 corn, we have R2 corn, ...
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